The Wire firmly rejects the claim that we published unverified “rumors.” This accusation is both misleading and unfounded. Recent criticisms of The Wire’s reporting misrepresent both our journalistic...
Hi everyone. We are the leadership team of Whitman College’s Planned Parenthood Generation Action (PPGA), and we are writing to clarify information and false rumors regarding PPGA that were written in...
The fight for accessibility is an uphill battle faced with closed doors, ignorance and a refusal to take responsibility. The administration prides itself on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, yet students...
If there’s anything I could never escape from in this world, it would definitely be plastics — they’re everywhere. From my first morning bowl of yogurt parfait to takeout salads for lunch and...
In an era governed by the convenience of technology and short-term dopamine rushes from TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, committing to activities that require prolonged attention has become increasingly...
There’s no question that the arts and humanities are in a crisis. Every year since 2012, the number of students earning undergraduate degrees in the humanities has decreased. While national trends...
At the heart of liberal arts education, debates over the boundaries of free speech and the necessity of safe spaces frequently erupt like a volcano, but with far less predictability and far more potential...
The Walla Walla Community Change Team is working to remove the stigma that surrounds addiction through forms of expression.
Together24, an event hosted by the organization, showcases art in multiple...
In The Wire’s special issue regarding sexual violence, the incompetence of Whitman’s Title IX handling was put on display in the aftermath of an investigative story regarding state allegations...
Kaela Babasin, Opinion Columnist
• February 27, 2025
With four Golden Globes awards and 13 Oscar nominations including Best Picture, one would expect "Emilia Pérez" to be a thought-provoking musical about transgender experiences. However, this is completely...
When you search Greta Thunberg on Google, some of the most searched questions or queries that pop up in the "People also Ask" section are "Is Greta Thunberg still active?" and "Where is Greta Thunberg...
If you’re a college student, chances are the last time you read a physical newspaper, it was The Wire because we have great journalists. And yet, if you ask the media establishment, the reason young...
